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H408 WDM

1990 Tvr 290 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,679 mi
Last recorded128,679 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1990 Tvr 290 S73,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH408 WDM
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 128,679 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 128,545 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 128,501 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 128,359 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 126,450 miles

slight oil leak engine area

Pass 6 May 2010 124,252 miles

exhaust corroded in places

slight damage to d/s lower windscreen

Pass 11 May 2009 122,122 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 May 2009 122,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2008 120,754 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 May 2008 120,754 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 120,238 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight damage to n/s windscreen swept area

Pass 24 Mar 2006 119,357 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 119,357 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Gas suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Tvr 290 S?

Based on 4,357 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
606
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 61
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 60
position lamp(s) not working 57
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 54
fog lamp not working 53
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H408 WDM is a 1990 Tvr 290 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 73,909 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tvr 290 S fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H408 WDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr 290 S typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Tvr 290 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H408 WDM registered?

H408 WDM is a 1990 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 1 October 1990.

Is H408 WDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H408 WDM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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